Not that long ago, the main activity in our area of the Ozarks, was the timber. It was cleared a section at a time with cross-cut saws, then hued into railroad ties with broad axes. Then they were taken by a team of horses to the river.There they were floated downstream to a railhead. The old cross-cut saws have been replaced with chain saws, but were long prized by locals as making excellent knives. Being a professional horseshoer and blacksmith for years, about 25 years ago I began making knives out of the old saws for friends who were trappers, hunters, and fishermen, as here in the Ozarks these are year round activities.
It was never anticipated these knives would become as popular as they have; And so, several years ago, after cutting up several thousand of the old saws, they became really hard to find. Then samples of the finest old saws were sent in to be analyzed. Eventually they came up with a quality knife steel, which is 1085 Blue Tempered Spring Steel. Most customers think this may even be superior to the old saw blades. This steel has all the qualities of the finest old saws, being springy, will not chip, yet holds a very keen edge.
The handles are shed Whitetail, Mule deer, and Elk antler.
 | Hunter Models: Blade Lengths: 3", 4", 4.5" & 5.5" Finish: Jeweled. Features: Brass guard, crown cut or brass buttplate, as well as a sheath. Steel: L6 Tool. Handle: Deer or Elk Handle. Price: $35.70 & up + options. |
 | Bowies: Blade Lengths: 6", 8" & 11". Finish: Jeweled. Features: Brass guard, crown cut or brass buttplate, as well as a sheath. Steel: L6 Tool. Handle: Deer or Elk Handle. Price: $73.10 & up + options. |
 | Bowie/Skinner Sets: Blade Lengths: 6" or 8" Bowie. Finish: Jeweled. Features: Brass guard, crown cut or brass buttplate, as well as a sheath. Steel: L6 Tool. Handle: Deer or Elk Handle. Price: $107.10 & up + options. |
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